great question. spent a year trying to answer it. not sure if i've progressed frankly as i don't learn well from books. however, the only thing i've done that has really improved my chess playing or at least understanding of chess is doing the tactics trainer on this site. with my membership i get 25 a day, which is just enough. i know this isn't really opening related, but just offering a suggestion for someone wanting to learn more. good luck!!

Buy a copy of FCO Fundamental Chess Openings by Paul van der Sterren. Use it to figure out where you and/or your opponent got off the beaten track. Try out your new knowledge; repeat. Obviously when you analyze your games you're looking for more than opening errors, but FCO will give you solid theory. Find an opening you want to specialize in? OK, maybe not likely right now, but eventually then you buy a book on whatever tickles your fancy (and probably never get around to reading). Access to a database like the Game Explorer here, and there is plenty of free stuff available as well, really makes it so much easier to get a feel for a new opening. I need more coffee...

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